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An alpha particle approaches a gold atom head on, stops, and turns around at a distance of 10^-11m from the nucleus. What is the electric field due to the gold nucleus at this point? Ignore the effects of the gold atom's orbiting electrons. What is the acceleration of the alpha particle when it is stopped? An alpha particle is a helium nucleus, composed of two protons and two neutrons.
Can anyone help me with this problem? I'm just not understanding it...any help would be appreciated.
Can anyone help me with this problem? I'm just not understanding it...any help would be appreciated.